Part Details

This part replaces:

ITEM CONDITION

This kit includes both heater hose elbows that connect to the intake manifold, tensioner, and water pump on GM 3800 engines. Over time the originals can crack and leak. It is also necessary to remove both when removing the belt tensioner or intake manifold. These rarely come out in one piece, so if you are attempting any one of these jobs this kit is for you!

Specifications:

Comes as a PAIR

O-rings included

Includes both upper & lower connectors

(1) - 7/8" x 7/8"

(1) - 7/8" x 1"

Plastic Construction

Replaces dealer part numbers: 12565082, 24503423

Direct replacements

Built to strict quality control standards

This heater hose kit makes a great replacement and has good cost savings over the parts from the dealer.

Lifetime Warranty

This item is backed by a Limited Lifetime Warranty. In the event this item should fail due to manufacturing defects during intended use, we will exchange the part free of charge (excludes shipping charges) for the original purchaser. Please keep your invoice for proof of this warranty.

Disconnect the battery (1:45)

Disconnect the negative battery cable using your 8mm wrench

Move the coolant tank out of the way (1:53)

Start out by removing the two 13 mm bolts that hold the strut brace on the passenger's side

Remove the two 10 mm bolts using your socket and ratchet.

Pull the coolant tank out and set to the side; thereâ€™s no need to disconnect it, just take care not to spill any coolant.

Loosen the alternator and tensioner (2:25)

Remove the 15 mm nut on the top of the alternator.

Remove the oil cap.

Pull off the cover.

Use a 3/8 ratchet to release the tension on the serpentine belt and remove the belt.

Remove the three 15 mm bolts securing the belt tensioner.

Pull the alternator and tensioner pulleys out of the way a bit and remove the coolant elbow.

Remove the old O rings and any debris from the old coolant elbows.

Install the new coolant elbows. (5:30)

Use some penetrating oil to help seat the O rings and install the new coolant elbows.

Bolt the tensioner and alternator in place.

Put the serpentine belt back on, using a ratchet handle on the tensioner to get it onto the pulleys.

Put the cover and oil cap back on.

Use a 10 mm and 13 mm sockets and ratchet to bolt the coolant tank back in place.